Construction of a 430-bed hostel and a modern auditorium at the UHAS Fodome Campus is expected to begin in July, according to Hohoe MP Thomas Worlanyo Tsekpo.
Ferdinand Ellis, July 01, 2026| The Fodome Campus of the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) is set to benefit from a major infrastructure expansion with the construction of a 430-bed hostel and a modern auditorium, a project expected to commence in July.
The announcement was shared by the Member of Parliament for Hohoe Constituency, Hon. Thomas Worlanyo Tsekpo, who expressed appreciation to President John Dramani Mahama and Minister for Education Haruna Iddrisu for supporting the initiative.
The development is expected to improve accommodation capacity and academic infrastructure at the university’s Fodome Campus.
Major Infrastructure Boost for UHAS Fodome Campus
According to the update shared by the Hohoe legislator on his official Facebook page, work on the new hostel and auditorium is scheduled to begin in July.
Once completed, the 430-bed hostel is expected to ease accommodation challenges faced by students, while the new auditorium will provide additional space for lectures, conferences, seminars, and other academic activities.
The project forms part of ongoing efforts to improve infrastructure within Ghana’s tertiary education sector.
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MP Commends President and Education Minister
In his announcement, Hon. Thomas Worlanyo Tsekpo expressed gratitude to President John Dramani Mahama and Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu for their commitment to improving educational infrastructure.
The MP described the project as a significant milestone for the Hohoe Constituency and the UHAS community.
The statement did not disclose the project’s cost or expected completion date.
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Expected Benefits for Students and Academic Activities
The planned infrastructure is expected to deliver several benefits, including:
- Increased student accommodation capacity.
- Reduced pressure on off-campus housing.
- Improved learning and conference facilities.
- Enhanced academic environment for teaching and research.
Education stakeholders have consistently identified student accommodation as one of the major challenges confronting several public universities in Ghana.
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EducationGhana Analysis
Investment in student accommodation and learning facilities remains essential to expanding access to higher education while improving the quality of teaching and learning.
If completed on schedule, the hostel and auditorium project will strengthen the capacity of the UHAS Fodome Campus to support growing student enrolment and academic programmes.
The project also reflects continued government investment in tertiary education infrastructure to improve the learning experience across public universities.
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Key Takeaways
- UHAS Fodome Campus will receive a 430-bed hostel and a modern auditorium.
- Construction is expected to begin in July.
- The announcement was made by Hohoe MP Thomas Worlanyo Tsekpo.
- The MP thanked President John Dramani Mahama and Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu for supporting the project.
- The project is expected to improve accommodation and academic facilities at the campus.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What project is planned for the UHAS Fodome Campus?
A 430-bed hostel and a modern auditorium are expected to be constructed.
When will construction begin?
According to the announcement, construction is expected to commence in July.
Who announced the project?
The update was shared by Hohoe Member of Parliament Hon. Thomas Worlanyo Tsekpo on his official Facebook page.
What are the expected benefits?
The project is expected to improve student accommodation and provide additional academic space for lectures and events.
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Source
The information is based on a public announcement shared by Hon. Thomas Worlanyo Tsekpo, Member of Parliament for Hohoe Constituency, on his official Facebook page. EducationGhana.com will provide updates as further official details become available.
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This report is based on a public statement by Hon. Thomas Worlanyo Tsekpo. Details regarding project funding, contractor, and completion timeline had not been officially released at the time of publication.
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